Long-Term Substitute 6th Grade ELA Teacher

1 week ago

Portland, Maine, United States Portland Public Schools (Maine) Full time

JobID: 5325

Position Type:

SUBSTITUTES/TEMP SUPPORT/LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TCHR

Date Posted:

11/25/2025

Location:

Lincoln Middle School

Date Available:

est. 12/15/2025

Closing Date:

Open until filled

JOB TITLE: 6th Grade Long-Term Substitute English Language Arts Teacher - Lincoln Middle

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dynamic, friendly, student-centered English Language Arts teacher to join our teaching faculty at Lincoln Middle School. The successful candidate will be adept at providing an atmosphere and an environment conducive to the academic, social and emotional development of individuals that ensure equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and adjusting curricular and instructional materials to monitor student progress and meet the needs of a range of learners. Communicating and interacting with students, parents, colleagues and community members are essential in this role.

**This position is expected to be available from mid-December 2025 to mid-February 2026.**

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices
  • Understanding of the teaching/learning process
  • Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
  • Ability to infuse technology into curriculum
  • Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community
  • Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
  • Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome
  • Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)
  • Maine State Teaching Certificate with one of the following endorsements (more info):
  • Elementary 020 (K-8)
  • English

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

  • Temporary, full-time position
  • Dates of coverage: mid-December 2025 through mid-February 2026
  • Pay: $36.43 per hour (established LTS rate, for certified teacher only)
  • Benefits: eligible for benefits

ABOUT LINCOLN:

Lincoln Middle School is in the midst of a transformation. We need educators who are excited to engage in reimagining and rebuilding our school's identity to suit the students and staff here now. We have a diverse and amazing student population and an incredible core of educators deeply committed to the school community.

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